FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Moonee Ponds Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Moonee Ponds Small Business Loans
Moonee Ponds unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company need, such as cash flow management, business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Moonee Ponds Business Loans
What is the Larger Moonee Ponds Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan can be used for almost every company need, including business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge over assets and can include the registration of this in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan of $250K or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within an hour, provided you make your application within standard company time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer a decision within just an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request at standard business timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you upload the copies of bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables for determining what is the health of the company as well as the amount of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your business.
When you apply for a set amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine your health of the business as well as the amount of the repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us company loans, we will assess the risk profile the business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business operates in, the long the business has been operating, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business credit experts. The professionals will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the date of early payout and 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is vital and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner uses an asset they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it is means of securing additional financing using the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to get a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.